Discover the fascinating world of intelligence on Earth from a completely new perspective! The book Other Minds: The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent Life reveals an unexpected story of the evolution of intelligent life that occurred independently of our familiar ancestors.

A unique perspective on intelligence

Author Peter Godfrey-Smith, a philosopher of science and experienced diver, guides readers on a captivating journey through evolutionary development in the ocean depths, where unique marine creatures-cephalopods-evolved from primitive cells. This book examines how octopuses and their relatives became highly intelligent beings, offering deeper insight into what it means to be intelligent, entirely independent from the familiar paths of mammals and birds.

You will learn how the octopus developed the ability to make decisions, what the consequences of its solitary life are, and what it means to have eight arms that almost think independently. This story illuminates not only the octopus mind but also opens new horizons on human consciousness and intelligence.

Why choose this book?

Other Minds is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to understand the evolution of life on Earth from an unusual angle and gain deeper insight into the fascinating world of nature and science-whether you are a nature lover, a student of philosophy, or simply a curious reader.

Key features of the book:

An original approach to the evolution of intelligence:

Follows the development of intelligence independently of mammals and birds, directly in the ocean.

The fascinating world of cephalopods:

A detailed look at the octopus and its unique nervous system.

Insights into consciousness:

The book links philosophy of science with practical findings about animal intelligence.

An author with deep knowledge:

Peter Godfrey-Smith is a renowned philosopher and experienced diver who combines science with personal experience.

An acclaimed work:

The book was shortlisted for the prestigious Royal Society Science Book Prize in 2017.

Technical and content details:

• Title: Other Minds: The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent Life
• Author: Peter Godfrey-Smith
• Language: English
• Genre: Popular science, philosophy, biology, evolution
• Contains in-depth scientific and philosophical analyses of the evolution of intelligence
• Suitable for readers interested in nature, science, and the philosophy of mind